TerraMaster
TerraMaster F4-424 Pro
NAS · $699
84
/ 100
From $699
VS
Synology DS224+ wins by 2
Synology
Synology DS224+
NAS · $299
86
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Synology DS224+ takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, TerraMaster F4-424 Pro lands at 84 and Synology DS224+ at 86. That puts Synology DS224+ ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick TerraMaster F4-424 Pro if…
- ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
- ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Pick Synology DS224+ if…
- ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
- ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
TerraMaster F4-424 Pro 84
vs 86 Synology DS224+
Score breakdown
TerraMaster F4-424 Pro
84 performance 84
features 84
software 82
value 82
Synology DS224+
86 performance 86
features 86
software 84
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | TerraMaster F4-424 Pro | Synology DS224+ |
|---|
TerraMaster F4-424 Pro
Pros
- +Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- +NVMe cache slots on newer models
- +Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Cons
- −Disks rarely included
- −Drive compatibility restrictions on some brands
- −Power draw 24/7
Synology DS224+
Pros
- +Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- +NVMe cache slots on newer models
- +Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Cons
- −Disks rarely included
- −Drive compatibility restrictions on some brands
- −Power draw 24/7
FAQ: TerraMaster F4-424 Pro vs Synology DS224+
Which is better, TerraMaster F4-424 Pro or Synology DS224+? +
Synology DS224+ scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is TerraMaster F4-424 Pro worth the price? +
At $699, TerraMaster F4-424 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in performance.
Is Synology DS224+ worth the price? +
At $299, Synology DS224+ delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in performance.
Does TerraMaster F4-424 Pro or Synology DS224+ last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.